The New to Public Health Residency Program is a first of its kind program designed to support early career public health professionals working in governmental public health organizations.
Residents of the program will complete monthly activities about foundational areas and capabilities to public health practice, helping build competence, confidence, and workplace satisfaction in their role.
Select the button below to view key features and benefits of traditional and state-based N2PH cohorts.
Applications for the August 2025 cohort are now open to public health professionals from all states.
Please apply by June 30, 2025, to be considered for this cohort.
Testimonials
The following quotes are from the New to Public Health Residency Program residents and supervisors.
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“As a healthcare professional transitioning to a job in Public Health, the N2PH residency program was a great opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of all the facets of public health. The role of Public Health is deeply woven into all parts of helping our communities and residents thrive. Understanding the interconnectedness of all the roles helps me to better collaborate and engage with partners in my work.”
– Dawn, Public Health Specialist
“N2PH gave me the confidence and competence to address and improve how Environmental Health handles quarantine procedure for rabies exposures.”
– Julie, Animal Services Officer
“N2PH Residency Program has prepared me to be a better public health worker and see beyond my comfort zone in the community that we serve.”
– CherPao, Community Health Worker
“The New to Public Health (N2PH) Residency Program has immensely expanded my knowledge and perception of various roles in my workplace. I encourage everyone starting their career in public health to consider applying to N2PH”
– Evelyn, Public Health Nurse
Interprofessional Continuing Education Partnership
In partnership with the UW-Madison Interprofessional Continuing Education Program, contact hours/credits will be available for successful completion of this program.
In support of improving patient care, UW-Madison ICEP is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.